Norco Fireball 2011
2011 Mountain
Estimate price |
1,500$
Weight | 12.02 kg 
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 100mm -
Fork RockShox Reba
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Groupset XT, SLX -
Suspension Hardtail -
Drivetrain 3 × 10 -
Brakes Mechanical Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Custom hydroformed double butted 6061 alloy
Suspension Fork
RockShox Reba RL Dual Air w/100mm travel fork
Rear Shock
N/A
Drivetrain
Rear Derailleur
Shimano XT RD-M773 Shadow
Front Derailleur
Shimano SLX FD-M660
Shift Levers
Shimano SLX SL-M600 30speed
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG81 11-36T 10speed
Crank
Shimano FC-M552 42/34/24 - Black
Bottom Bracket
Shimano External BB
Chain
Shimano HG-74 10 speed chain
Chain Tensioner
N/A
Pedals
Alloy silver body w/black alloy cage
Wheels
Front Hub
Formula sealed bearing disc 28h - Dark Grey
Rear Hub
Formula sealed bearing disc 28h - Dark Grey
Rims
WTB SpeedDisc 28h - Black
Spokes
Double butted black w/grey alloy nipples
Tires
Continental Speed King 2.1""
Brakes
Brakes
Shimano Deore BL-M575 disc - White
Brake Levers
Shimano Deore BL-M575 disc - White
Cockpit
Stem
Norco SL - Black
Handlebar
Norco SL 15mm riser bar - Black
Grips
Norco SL - Silver
Headset
FSA ZS-4D w/12mm conical spacer
Seat
Saddle
WTB Silverado Comp White
Seatpost
Norco SL - Black
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 15" | 17" | 18.5" | 20" | 22" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom Bracket Height | 305 mm | 305 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm | 310 mm |
| Front Center | 626 mm | 641 mm | 652 mm | 661 mm | 676 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 553 mm | 568 mm | 583 mm | 603 mm | 623 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73.5 ° | 73.5 ° | 73 ° | 72.5 ° | 72 ° |
| Seat Tube Length | 381 mm | 432 mm | 470 mm | 508 mm | 559 mm |
| Head Tube Angle | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 70.5 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 120 mm | 130 mm | 135 mm | 145 mm | 155 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm | 423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1047 mm | 1063 mm | 1074 mm | 1083 mm | 1098 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 38 mm | 38 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm | 33 mm |
| Standover Height | 745 mm | 765 mm | 784 mm | 804 mm | 834 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" | 26" |
Model Overview
Fireball completes the Norco Fireball model. Norco launched 5 bikes of this model so far.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Crosscountry bikes
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry bike you should know that the average price is 1905$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry bike. In conclusion, always check bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
At the moment of the release date, Norco Fireball price was 1500$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that Fireball price is 27% smaller than the average cost of a Crosscountry bike.
Crosscountry bikes average weight
Crosscountry bikes have an average weight of 12.4 kg (27.34 lbs). A lighter bike will give you some extra advantage when climbing. A heavier bike will have more speed for descents.
With a weight of 12.02 kg (26.5 lbs), Norco bike is slightly lighter than average. In short, the average Crosscountry bike weight is 3.16% higher than this one.
Fireball components
Fork
The fork installed on this bike is the RockShox Reba model. The travel on this model is 100mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
As for the wheels, Norco Fireball 2011, has a 26″ aluminum model. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Fireball comes with Mechanical Disc brakes. They are much easier to maintain than hydraulic disk brakes. However, with hydraulic disk brakes, you have the ultimate braking power!